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reason in Korean

reason in Korean is 리유, 이유, 원인 — reason means a cause or explanation for something; the motive behind an action.

reason in Korean

리유
noun
Pronounced: riyu
that which causes: a cause
이유
noun
Pronounced: iyu
that which causes: a cause
원인
noun
Pronounced: wonin
that which causes: a cause

What does "reason" mean?

  1. noun A cause or explanation for something; the motive behind an action.
    "She never explained the reason for her sudden resignation."
  2. noun The ability to think logically and make judgments; rational thought.
    "He appealed to her sense of reason rather than emotion."
  3. verb To think through something logically in order to reach a conclusion.
    "She reasoned that the shortest route must also be the fastest."
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reason in a sentence

  • She never explained the reason for her sudden resignation.
  • There's no good reason to be this rude to a stranger.
  • He appealed to her sense of reason rather than emotion.
  • Humans use reason to solve problems that instinct cannot.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "reason" in Korean?
"reason" in Korean is 리유, 이유, 원인. reason means: A cause or explanation for something; the motive behind an action.
How do you pronounce 리유?
"reason" in Korean is 리유, pronounced "riyu".
How do you use "reason" in a sentence?
Example: "She never explained the reason for her sudden resignation." In Korean, "reason" is 리유, 이유, 원인.
Are there other ways to say "reason" in Korean?
Yes — Korean has 3 translations listed for "reason": 리유, 이유, 원인.
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